Is it better to resurface or replace an asphalt driveway?

• <div><p>Whether you should resurface or replace your asphalt driveway heavily depends on its condition. If the foundation is solid and the damage is minor, resurfacing is your best bet because it’s more affordable and faster than replacing the driveway. But if your driveway has foundational problems and/or severe damage, like large, deep cracks and potholes, then it makes more sense to replace it. </p></div>

How Long Does It Take Asphalt to Cure?

• <div><p>Unlike drying, which takes between 48 and 72 hours on average, asphalt driveway cure times are different and take much longer. Your asphalt driveway won’t actually cure for around six months to one year. During this time, it’s more likely to get damaged or weakened by heavy machinery, vehicles, and high temperatures. </p></div>

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Q: What factors affect sealing costs?

• <div><p>Costs depend on lot size, sealant quality, labor, and any additional surface preparation.</p></div>

Q: What are the disadvantages of chip sealing?

• <div><p>Chip seal lasts only 5 to 8 years on average. This lifespan is significantly shorter than asphalt. It is also less durable. Therefore, chip seal driveway only works if the traffic volume is extremely low. Chip seal is also less resistant to storms and hails. As impact builds up, the chips may become misplaced, creating an uneven driving surface that sometimes becomes hazardous and may damage your tires or cause your vehicle to lose balance.</p></div>

Q: Is chip seal worth the money?

• <div><p>Chip seal roads and driveways are slightly more expensive than gravel, but significantly more affordable than traditional asphalt. Chip seal works wonders when used as a top coat. Its lighter color is less heat-absorbant than black asphalt. It also renews your aging, deteriorating asphalt without having to spend on major repairs or redoing the entire driveway.</p></div>

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Last update on October 30, 2025

Reviewed in July 2025
Don’t use Tate Paving. I had 36 feet of my driveway replaced. 15 years ago the entire driveway, 82 feet, was removed and replaced in one day. Tate wanted to turn it into a one week job. The first time they called to inform me when the work would be done they told me one Monday 36 feet of the...
JEFF TATE PAVING
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Reviewed in September 2024
I hired Osborne's to repave the driveway, clean windows, and pressure wash the siding on our house. The rep came out and very quickly did an assessment of the costs and got back with us about a date. The quote for the job was done quickly and it appears that there was some miscommunication....
Osborne's Professional Services
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Reviewed in November 2023
I had Sunset Concrete replace an aging asphalt two-car driveway (and turn-around extension) with a new completely concrete driveway (and turn-around extension) and an additional sidewalk extension running the full length of the garage the driveway fed. There were several aspects of this job that...
Sunset Concrete LLC
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Reviewed in August 2022
Peter and Andrew did an outstanding job sealcoating our driveway. They went way above the call of duty, trimming back the periwinkle along the edge of our driveway so that it did not interfere with the sealcoating, blew off the cut periwinkle, then thoroughly sealcoated the driveway. Peter...
P & A Services, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2015
Great professional Job. Very reasonable. My driveway looks great. I will definitely hire them again.
B & B SEALCOATING
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Reviewed in June 2014
went well, gave an initial good review. since last year i've had salt damage to my driveway and cannot get anyone to come and look at it. I got one phone call back and that was it.........nobody ever came to see my problems I'm very disappointed !!!!
MT UNION LUMBER & SUPPLY INC
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Reviewed in June 2014
They do a very good job. They also do my gutters every spring and fall and every couple of years they just lay tar down on my driveway. I find them very reasonable. My driveway looks fine. They are very quick and efficient. I like their pricing and they come when they are supposed to. I...
Collegiate Sealers & Paving
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Reviewed in October 2013
I had purchased a big deal to have my driveway plowed for the season. they contacted me within a couple hours to inform me that there were several factors that made my driveway to difficult for them to plow and that I should request a refund. While i am not happy that they didnt wan't to do my...
Blizzard Plowing Inc
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Reviewed in September 2013
PAVEX was a professional and quality experience from beginning to end. Owner Marty really knows his stuff. He arrived when he said he would, both when giving the quote and when doing the work and he finished the work when he said he would, even though he had to deal with weather challenges on...
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